BIRTHDAY GAL: Actress Marg Helgenberger was born in Fremont, Neb., today in 1958. This birthday gal has starred as Catherine Willows on TV’s ever-popular “CSI” since 2000 and the role has earned her two Emmy nominations. She also won a 1990 Emmy award for her performance as K.C. Koloski on “China Beach.” On the big screen, Helgenberger’s film credits include “Columbus Day,” “Erin Brockovich,” and “Species.”

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be ready to take action when an opportunity presents itself. You may find that a lucrative financial situation comes your way. Exercise sensible restraint; you might resent outside interference from others.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Passions can be a powerful fuel for productivity. Once you have set your course no one and nothing can stop you. Do your homework thoroughly and investigate what makes those around you tick.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Be a good sport and accept a little gentle teasing. You will find that being good humored and tolerant will attract the kind of people who will root for your side. Start important projects and plans.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): All work and no play could make your weekend dull. You may feel the need to pour all your effort into finishing a job. Get out and have some fun with a very special someone who matches your ardor.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Capitalize on creative ideas. Something may be yours with the mere snap of your fingers. You might only be using fingers to maintain a beat when you could use them to invitingly beckon to what, or whom, you want.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Bring it on. You can play hardball with the best of them. Congenial companions flock to your side as your attractiveness peaks. The people you can’t get in touch with probably aren’t good for you anyway.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Polish a presentation. When choosing between accuracy and appeal, only accuracy matters. Make sure to have all the facts and information at your fingertips before making appearances before peers.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Building blocks are used for constructive purposes. You’ll make progress by building up others rather than tearing them down. Make plans for the future; set wheels in motion.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Work now, play later. Focus on putting finishing touches on a project before going out and painting the town in shades of romantic red. Sizzling sensuality could be in the cards this evening.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can safely put all your eggs in one basket. Your judgment is better than usual, so you are likely to make wise financial decisions. A new heartthrob might have amorous plans for the weekend.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Balance the emotional budget. You may be able to perceive how changes, and compromises, can ease transitory problems and offer a solution. Joining a new group can animate your social calendar.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make your own waves and leave slowpokes behind in the wake. A friendship could turn into a love boat. Sail serenely on seas of romance, but keep an eye peeled for business necessities from the crow’s nest.

IF NOVEMBER 16 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: It is always good to work hard, but don’t get too caught up in making every activity a competition during the next six weeks to eight weeks. You are at your best in group settings, so burn off steam or extra energy by joining a gym or walking club. April is a great month for romance, a vacation or inspiration. Wait until late May or early June to make significant changes, decisions or plans. That is when you will receive the most assistance and wisest advice from others. Expect to have more social interactions or to party more than usual next May. That could be a perfect time to break off an unhappy business or personal relationship.

In a video clip recorded by a student, a psychology instructor at Orange Coast College told her class that the election of Donald Trump was “an act of terrorism” – prompting an official complaint from the school’s Republican Club.